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In business for more than 60 years, Randy's trips depart from Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey. Depending on what is biting that day, you'll catch either salmon (up to two total) or cod (up to 10 total). Trips depart at 1 p.m. and return around 5-6 p.m.

Two options are available: for $49 per person, a fishing rod, tackle and burlap sack are all required but not included in the price of this deal; they can be rented/purchased at the shop before departure. Expect to spend about $19. For $59 (reg. $99), all equipment is included. A license is needed for both of the offers; they can be purchased before departure for $15.

The fine print

For the $49 offer, equipment (fishing rod, tackle and burlap sack) is required but not included and may be purchased or rented prior to departure. Any licensing needed is not included for the $49 or $59 offer and may be purchased for $15 prior to departure. Vouchers can be redeemed Monday, June 17, though Aug. 30, 2013. Reservations are required. Printed vouchers are preferred. Not valid on Saturdays or Sundays. A 48-hour cancellation policy applies. Failure to arrive at least 30 minutes before departure time may result in canceled reservation. Check-in is at 12:30 p.m. with departure at 1 p.m. Approximate return time is between 5-6 p.m. Anyone 16 years old or older is required by law to have a California fishing license. To purchase one, click here for more information. Limit 4 voucher purchases per household. See Terms and Conditions for full details.

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Vouchers can be redeemed Monday, June 17, though Aug. 30, 2013. Reservations are required and subject to availability. Valid photo ID is required. Printed vouchers are preferred. Failure to arrive at least 30 minutes before departure time may result in canceled reservation. Check-in is at 12:30 p.m. with departure at 1 p.m. Approximate return time is between 5-6 p.m. Voucher is subject to forfeiture if you cancel or reschedule your reservation with less than 48 hours’ notice. Boats must have a minimum of 10 passengers and are based on trip availability. Trips are subject to cancellation due to lack of participation or foul weather. Not valid on major holidays or holiday weekends. Only valid Monday-Friday. For the $49 offer, any equipment or licensing needed is not included and may be rented or purchased before departure. Anyone 16 years old or older is required by law to have a California fishing license. A fishing license is not included with either offer; click here for more information and to purchase. Fish-cleaning services are not included. Cannot be applied to any other type of fishing trip except as described. In the interest of safety, this is not valid for pregnant women or children under 3 years old. All trips are subject to sea and weather conditions. Not wheelchair accessible. Limit 4 voucher purchases per household. Not valid on products. Gratuity and tax, if applicable, are not included. This deal cannot be combined with any other offer. Must be used in 1 visit. Valid during merchant's operating hours.

The reviews below reflect feedback for all deals offered by this business.

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The whales were amazing!

The email didn't explain how to redeem the voucher so I had a ton of issues at the counter. I even had trouble downloading the travel zoo app, but had no idea I could have done that to speed the process. I literally spent an hour trying to figure it out. A quick note on the travel zoo email about the app would have been a life saver.

Mar 24, 2015
JEANNINE
MN, United States

The boat was ok. Medium sized group so want too crowded.

They did not talk at all about the marine life or the bay. Just drove us silently out. Pointed at a couple whales and drove us silently back. We have been on other tours that cost less and were way more interactive.

Feb 21, 2015
Sara
CA, United States

It was listed as a rock cod fishing trip but we fished for mackerel and sand dabs. Both mackerel and sand dabs are gross fish to eat. We were not told about the fish change until on the boat.
Staff was also very rude and doesn't like her job at 6am.

Feb 17, 2015
Judith
CA, United States

Everything

Feb 16, 2015
Rodrigo
CA, United States

The staff was rude at the register. She didn't know how to redeem the voucher when I pulled it up on my email and she kept getting annoyed. I had called and specifically asked if email would be enough or I had to print it and was told email was good over the phone. I don't think that's how you treat people. Don't advertise on travelzoo if you don't even know how to redeem them.

Feb 15, 2015
Vinay
CA, United States

Although the trip was exactly as advertised, the length of trip was too long.

Dec 29, 2014
sylvia
CA, United States

Staff was helpful

The day was perfect for fishing

Dec 14, 2014
Julian
CA, United States

No.

Lack of instruction or any safety talk before fishing. Deckhand, Josh, yelled at different people on the boat for not knowing how to do something (but instruction or guidance was not given).

Dec 07, 2014
Lisa
CA, United States

RI ugh waters cut our trip. We have a voucher for another and we're glad the pilot made the call. It was really rough

See above. Nice people skilled pilot

Oct 27, 2014
Kim
CA, United States

PROFESSIONAL NICE STAFF. WISH THEY'D TALKED MORE ABOUT MONTEREY BAY,
SEA LIFE, BIRDS, THE ENVIRONMENT, BUT IT WAS FUN. ENJOYED THE TRIP!!

Oct 16, 2014
alice
CA, United States

Up close great views

A little crowded. But not much.

Oct 06, 2014
Gordon
CA, United States

Deck hand was awesome! Very helpful.

Sep 23, 2014
David
CA, United States

We saw SO many whales fully jump out of the water!! We some breach and we saw several tails. It was an insanely amazing experience! The captain took us right to the center of all the whale action. Once in a life time!

I'm overly joyed and pleased with my experience. Best Tavelzoo anyone could have asked for!

Sep 21, 2014
Sarah
CA, United States

I loved all the whales we saw! They were jumping out of the water and slapping their fins right near our boat! It was awesome!

Sep 21, 2014
Angela
CA, United States

see above

The people there were very helpful because we had problems with redeeming the vouchers. We were of the oppinion that the purchase confirmation would be enough. Maybe you at Travelzoo should inform Europeans to do that because in Germany the confirmation is the voucher.
The disappointment derives from the fact that at the end of the trip more whales appeared and jumped but the boat went back to Monterrey. We have already been on some tours and every time the whales did not appear so easily they prolonged the tour.
The guide itself on the boat was really helpful and told us interesting details.

Sep 21, 2014
Henrique
Germany

Fishing

Sep 18, 2014
fitzroy
CA, United States

Watching my grandson catch his first ling cod

Sep 02, 2014
Ben

Fishing was great!

Sep 02, 2014
Michael
California, United States

They are very accommodating and very helpful and really want to make sure you are taken care of.

Sep 02, 2014
Orson
California, United States

It was a great adventure for the whole family! The staff was great and we saw lots of whales, dolphins, sea lions, jelly fish....

I suggest taking 1/2 a motion sickness pill before you get on and wear a motion patch or bracelet if motion sickness is a concern. Its pretty windy and chilly so layers are good.